160/70-17 Motorcycle Tires
16 models in 160/70-17, from 6 brands we stock. Order online for delivery, or have them fitted at the shop in Orange.
What 160/70-17 means
160 is the section width in millimetres, measured across the tread. 70 is the aspect ratio: the sidewall is 70% of the section width, which works out to roughly 112 mm here. 17 is the rim diameter in inches — the wheel this tire mounts on.
On most motorcycles a 160/70-17 is a rear tire.
The sizes listed for each model are the sizes it is made in. Confirm against the size on your own bike before ordering — wheel swaps change fitment.Every 160/70-17 tire we stock

Dunlop's American-made cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson riders who demand longevity, wet confidence, and classic style mile after mile.
Dunlop's American-made cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson riders who demand longevity, wet confidence, and classic style mile after mile.
The American Elite is the go-to cruiser tire for Harley and V-twin riders who prioritize real-world mileage, wet grip, and loaded-bike stability over track-day performance.

Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.
Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.
The Commander II is the go-to choice for heavyweight cruiser and touring riders who want maximum mileage, confident wet-weather traction, and proven reliability over the long haul.

Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.
Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.
Best fit for V-twin riders who log real miles in unpredictable weather and want maximum wet-road confidence without giving up tread life

Michelin's factory-spec cruiser tire built exclusively for Harley-Davidson — OE performance with all-weather confidence for the miles-hungry rider.
Michelin's factory-spec cruiser tire built exclusively for Harley-Davidson — OE performance with all-weather confidence for the miles-hungry rider.
The Scorcher 31 is the benchmark street tire for Harley-Davidson riders who demand long-lasting, all-weather grip without giving up street feel.

Dunlop's dual-compound sport-touring tire built for riders who rack up serious miles without giving up wet-weather confidence or canyon-road grip.
Dunlop's dual-compound sport-touring tire built for riders who rack up serious miles without giving up wet-weather confidence or canyon-road grip.
The Roadsmart III is built for high-mileage street riders who need genuine wet-weather capability and predictable handling across every kind of road condition.

Pirelli's dual-compound performance tire built for power cruisers that actually get ridden hard — Ducati Diavel, V-Rod, Rocket III, and beyond.
Pirelli's dual-compound performance tire built for power cruisers that actually get ridden hard — Ducati Diavel, V-Rod, Rocket III, and beyond.
Best suited to performance cruiser riders in Southern California's dry climate who want sport-inspired handling without giving up real-world street manners.

Metzeler's marathon-grade cruiser tire built for heavy iron, long hauls, and riders who refuse to choose between mileage and real-world grip.
Metzeler's marathon-grade cruiser tire built for heavy iron, long hauls, and riders who refuse to choose between mileage and real-world grip.
The ME 888 Marathon Ultra is built for high-mileage cruiser and bagger riders who demand durability and load stability without giving up street-worthy grip.

Pirelli's evolved cruiser touring tire — built for V-Twin and metric cruiser riders who demand serious mileage without giving up confident handling.
Pirelli's evolved cruiser touring tire — built for V-Twin and metric cruiser riders who demand serious mileage without giving up confident handling.
The Night Dragon GT is the go-to cruiser tire for V-Twin and metric riders who prioritize durability and highway stability without sacrificing corner confidence.

Metzeler's performance-first cruiser tire — built for V-twin riders who want real cornering confidence without giving up highway mileage.
Metzeler's performance-first cruiser tire — built for V-twin riders who want real cornering confidence without giving up highway mileage.
The Cruisetec is the go-to for V-twin riders who carve backroads on weekends and need genuine wet-weather grip every other day of the year.

A performance-forward cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins — handles canyon sweepers and loaded touring runs without compromise.
A performance-forward cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins — handles canyon sweepers and loaded touring runs without compromise.
Best suited to bagger and power cruiser riders who want real wet-weather confidence and canyon-capable grip without abandoning touring durability.

A reinforced cruiser tire built for power V-twins and loaded baggers — wet-weather capable, long-lasting, and sharp enough for canyon carving.
A reinforced cruiser tire built for power V-twins and loaded baggers — wet-weather capable, long-lasting, and sharp enough for canyon carving.
The AV92 Reinforced is the go-to choice for power cruiser and bagger riders who want genuine wet-weather confidence and long-haul durability without sacrificing street feel.

Dunlop's factory-spec cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson Sportster and Dyna riders who demand OE reliability, all-weather confidence, and serious mileage.
Dunlop's factory-spec cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson Sportster and Dyna riders who demand OE reliability, all-weather confidence, and serious mileage.
The D401 is the go-to choice for Harley Sportster and Dyna owners who want factory-match reliability, solid wet grip, and maximum mileage from a street cruiser tire.

A reinforced cruiser and touring tire built for V-twin torque, heavy loads, and all-weather mileage on Harley-Davidson and Indian platforms.
A reinforced cruiser and touring tire built for V-twin torque, heavy loads, and all-weather mileage on Harley-Davidson and Indian platforms.
Best suited to high-mileage V-twin riders who need load-carrying confidence and all-weather grip without overpaying for sport performance they'll never use.

Avon's dual-compound sport-tourer built for riders who refuse to choose between canyon grip and commuter longevity.
Avon's dual-compound sport-tourer built for riders who refuse to choose between canyon grip and commuter longevity.
Best suited for the rider who splits time between spirited street riding and longer touring miles and wants one tire that handles both without compromise.

Metzeler's premium bias-ply touring tire — built for classic bikes, all-weather commuters, and riders who demand modern grip from traditional construction.
Metzeler's premium bias-ply touring tire — built for classic bikes, all-weather commuters, and riders who demand modern grip from traditional construction.
The Lasertec is the go-to choice for classic and vintage bike owners who need modern wet-weather grip and long mileage in a bias-ply fitment.

Dual-compound cruiser and touring tire engineered for heavyweight bikes that demand long-haul durability and confident canyon grip.
Dual-compound cruiser and touring tire engineered for heavyweight bikes that demand long-haul durability and confident canyon grip.
Best suited for heavy-bike riders who split time between highway miles and weekend twisties and want predictable all-weather performance without breaking the bank.
Brands that make a 160/70-17
Other common sizes
Running a different size front and rear? These are the other sizes we stock, closest wheel diameter first.
Before you buy
- When to replace your motorcycle tires
- How long do motorcycle tires last?
- Reading the DOT date code on a tire
- Setting motorcycle tire pressure
- Bias-ply vs radial motorcycle tires
- Why tire balancing matters
Fitting a 160/70-17 at MTC
We mount and balance every tire we sell, and tires you bring in. Walk-ins welcome at the Orange shop, or book a slot so the bay is ready when you arrive.